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‘Let no one define who you are': A Spanish entrepreneur shares her journey in the US
Bisila Bokoko, a Spanish immigrant with African roots, moved to the United States to carve out a path as an entrepreneur.
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Why retired football player Victor Cruz is spreading awareness about obesity
The former New York Giants star partnered with the NFL Alumni’s Tackle Obesity program this year to drive change around obesity rates within the Hispanic community.
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What is Hispanic Heritage Month and why do we celebrate it? What you need to know
Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
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Latina author is latest addition to Barbie Inspiring Women Series
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mattel has added internationally known Latina author and activist Isabel Allende to its Barbie Inspiring Women Series.
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LA nonprofit leads ‘radical' initiative to eliminate fashion waste by upcycling
Radical Clothes Swap is a Los Angeles-based Latina-run nonprofit aimed at helping people simultaneously conserve and save money by having them look no further than their own closets.
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San Diego celebrates Mexico's independence with ‘El Grito'
People across San Diego County are celebrating Mexican Independence Day with “El Grito.” One of the biggest events took place in Chula Vista. NBC 7 and Telemundo 20’s Rigo Villalobos was there for the celebrations.
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How charro culture is kept alive in San Diego County
NBC 7 and Telemundo 20’s Claudia Simones explains the history of charro culture ahead of Mexican Independence Day.
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Hispanic Heritage Month puts diversity and culture at the forefront
Huge celebrations across the U.S. are expected to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual tradition that showcases the awe-inspiring diversity and culture of Hispanic people. Celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the month is a chance for many in the U.S. to learn about and celebrate the contributions of Hispanics. According to census figures, there are...
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Rising social media star shares her family's tortilla recipes with her followers
A rising social media star who has been sharing her family recipes with her followers shows us why tortilla-making is so important today and for future generations. NBC 7 and Telemundo 20’s Rigo Villalobos reports.
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5 myths about Hispanic household wealth debunked
2024 The State of Hispanic Wealth Report, a publication of both NAHREP and the Hispanic Wealth Project, addresses the misconceptions that fuel misleading narratives about Hispanic economic contributions. It debunks these myths with data-driven insights to better understand and encourage greater investment in Hispanic businesses and communities.
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We're kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month at the annual El Grito celebration
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with Andoni Elias Nava, the communications deputy for the Los Angeles City Council District 13 about the annual ‘El Grito’ celebration. The event, which celebrates Mexican Independence Day, is free and will feature live performances from El Dasa, Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, and more!
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Temple or museum? How Diego Rivera designed a place to honor Mexico's pre-Hispanic art
In the 1940s, Mexican artist Diego Rivera had a dream: to build a sacred place to preserve and display his lifelong collection of pre-Hispanic art.